MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A bill that would create license plates for drivers with invisible disabilities–including autism, communication impediments and hearing loss–is heading to the Alabama House floor for a vote.
It passed a House committee Wednesday. Rep. Leigh Hulsey, R-Helena, is sponsoring the bill. She said proceeds from the tag sales would go toward programs that train law enforcement agencies about invisible disabilities.
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“Essentially, all we’re trying to do is utilize this tag and use the funds received from that to promote sensory training and our sensory bags,” Hulsey said.
If the bill is passed and signed into law, the tags will be available January 1, 2027…